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Brandon Serrano

Brandon Serrano

Newton,NC

Summary

Confident Engineer works effectively as part of cohesive team. Highly trained individual with great mechanical aptitude and integrity. Expertise in providing emergency rescue, performing fire suppression techniques and maintaining fire apparatus and equipment. Handles issues quickly and resolves conflicts successfully.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Engineer

St Stephens Fire Department
Conover, NC
02.2020 - Current
  • Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
  • Maintained close contact with dispatch to receive and share information about current fires, equipment movements and incoming personnel.
  • Completed training to stay in peak physical fitness and handle challenging tasks.
  • Educated public and community members on fire safety and prevention methods to provide life-saving techniques.
  • Directed evacuations during fires and emergencies to avoid fatalities, injuries and panic.
  • Trained fire personnel in safe and proper operation and maintenance of fire department apparatus and vehicles.
  • Responded to confined space incidents, EMS and hazardous material incidents.
  • Initiated first aid measures to alleviate further injury and prepared victims for transport to medical facilities.
  • Removed individuals from dangerous situations and offered emergency assistance for minor and critical concerns.
  • Evaluated situation at emergency sites to determine and execute most effective methods for saving life and property.
  • Operated pumping engine to direct water pressure in hose and nozzle for most efficient operation.
  • Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
  • Oversaw equipment and vehicle upkeep to maintain emergency readiness.
  • Provided station tours, pre-incident surveys and installed smoke detectors to provide fire education to public.
  • Inspected apparatus, equipment, grounds and stations for proper order and condition.
  • Prepared incident reports detailing personnel, location and results of each call.

Firefighter

Newton Fire Department
Newton, N.C
01.2020 - 05.2020
  • Completed training to stay in peak physical fitness and handle challenging tasks.
  • Removed individuals from dangerous situations and offered emergency assistance for minor and critical concerns.
  • Directed evacuations during fires and emergencies to avoid fatalities, injuries and panic.
  • Oversaw equipment and vehicle upkeep to maintain emergency readiness.
  • Carried, placed and extended ladders in training and in emergencies.
  • Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
  • Initiated first aid measures to alleviate further injury and prepared victims for transport to medical facilities.
  • Laid and connected hoses, held nozzles and directed water streams as part of fire suppression activities at active scenes.

Education

Firefighter 1&2 Certification & EMT Basic -

Catawba Valley Community College
Hickory, NC
12.2019

High School Diploma -

Bandys High School
Catawba, NC
06.2016

Skills

  • Firefighting Activities
  • Fire Suppression Tools Operations
  • Fire Pump Operation
  • Report Preparation
  • Facility and Equipment Maintenance
  • CPR and emergency medical treatment
  • Medical equipment usage

Certification

  • Firefighter 1 & 2
  • EMT Basic
  • Technical Rescue
  • TIMS
  • Basic Pumps
  • EVD
  • ICS 100, 200, 700, and 800
  • Boater Safety

Timeline

Engineer

St Stephens Fire Department
02.2020 - Current

Firefighter

Newton Fire Department
01.2020 - 05.2020

Firefighter 1&2 Certification & EMT Basic -

Catawba Valley Community College

High School Diploma -

Bandys High School

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